1978 Renault 18 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 18 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
